RAC

Fuel prices spike in February

The price of petrol has gone up more than 3p a litre in the last three weeks while diesel has increased by 4p. According to the RAC, unleaded rose by […]

RAC expands mobile services

The RAC has recruited more than 150 mobile mechanics to meet growing demand for its remote services. Mobile Mechanics was launched last June to support the increasing number of UK […]

RAC shines spotlight on headlight glare

Modern headlights are too bright and glare is a growing problem for almost nine in 10 drivers, according to new research. The RAC surveyed 2,000 drivers and found that 89% […]

Government falls short of EV charging targets

Research from the RAC has revealed that the government has failed in its target of having six or more rapid or ultra-rapid electric vehicle chargers at every motorway service area […]

Traffic levels set to spike 43%

Traffic levels are expected to jump by 43% before the end of the week, as more than 21 million drivers plans Christmas getaways. According to research carried out by the […]

RAC warns drivers of post-breakdown risks

Research from the RAC has found that 78% drivers would unknowingly put themselves in danger after breaking down on the motorway and stopping on the hard shoulder. It revealed that […]

RAC expands warranty portfolio

The RAC has launched a new online-only warranty product for drivers. The 12-month warranty has a £2,000 total claim limit which covers the cost of labour and parts needed to […]

Recovery agents given red light approval

Breakdown and recovery vehicles will be permitted to use red flashing lights according to the government’s Plan for Drivers. The change in legislation to permit breakdown vehicles to be fitted […]

Fuel prices surge in September

The price of diesel rose 8p a litre in September, with petrol up 4.5p during the month. Diesel increased from 154.78p to 163.11p, making it the fifth largest rise since […]

Parking fines spike by nearly a third

The number of parking tickets issued by private companies in the UK rose by 29% in the year leading up to March. According to data from the Driver and Vehicle […]